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23 Oct 2025

Kids Eat FREE or £1 This October Half Term (October 27th - 31st)

Kids eat FREE or £1 this October Half Term! Skip the cooking, save money.

21 Oct 2025

Festivity, Finance, and the Fine Print

It’s that exciting time of year! As the days get shorter, our thoughts turn to festive shopping, gifts for loved ones, and maybe a new outfit or two for the holiday parties.

20 Oct 2025

Shining Bright at the Credit Unions of Wales Celebration!

Award win for Gateway Credit Union! Read about Charlotte's Award of Recognition at the Credit Unions of Wales event and our commitment to financial wellbeing.

15 Oct 2025

Managing your finances from your pay packet!

Partnering with local employers to make saving simple. Don't see your company? Here's how to fix that.

10 Oct 2025

Opening the Conversation on World Mental Health Day

Open the conversation for World Mental Health Day. Get practical tips on talking about your mental health and checking in on loved ones

06 Oct 2025

Shape Our Future: Join the Board of Directors

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our Board of Directors! This is a unique opportunity to help guide the future of your credit union and ensure we continue to serve our members effectively.

06 Oct 2025

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22 Sep 2025

You're eligible to join Gateway Credit Union (GCU) and apply for a loan!

Gateway Credit Union (GCU) is a reputable financial institution with over 27 years of experience dedicated to assisting the residents of Torfaen, Monmouthshire and surrounding areas in achieving financial resilience in the present complex economic environment

19 Sep 2025

Wedding Bells and Budget Woes: Why One-Third of Couples Are Borrowing to Say "I Do"

The dream of a perfect wedding often comes with a hefty price tag. It's a surprising, yet increasingly common, reality that 1 in 3 couples expects to borrow to pay for their wedding. This trend isn't without its reasons, and understanding them can help couples navigate their journey to the altar.

01 Sep 2025

Back-to-School Savings: Smart Tips for Your Family

The new school year is an exciting time, but the costs can quickly add up, especially if you have more than one child. Uniforms, shoes, and sports equipment can put a serious dent in your budget.

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Special Events Account

This is the account for you if you want to save for a particular purpose. You set the rules with this account: you can choose whether or not you want to be able to access your savings, or whether to avoid temptation by 'locking' the account until a particular date. You can also set a savings target.

If you want to name a different beneficiary for your Special Events Account you can, making it ideal for leaving a lump sum to children or grandchildren.

You can pay in by any of our payment methods, and can even split your regular payment between your savings and loan accounts. If you like to keep your savings in separate 'pots' you can open several Special Events Accounts.

Like all your other Gateway Savings, your money is 100% safe, and receives an annual dividend when we declare one.  We will send you an annual statement, but you can also get a passbook to record payments, and can ask for a statement or see your balance online at any time.

Gateway members are currently using Special Events Accounts to save for weddings, trips abroad, big birthday and anniversary parties, school proms, a summer holiday fun fund, a new car, home improvements or to leave a sum for funeral expenses. What will you choose to save for?

Open a Special Events Account with this form and your first payment. You can only open a Special Events Account  when you are a Gateway member